The refuge lies in southeastern Oregon, about 30 miles south of Burns, at an elevation of 4,100 feet. Burns is about 500 miles from Bellevue. The refuge, 183,000 acres, is composed of meadows, ponds and extensive wetlands surrounded by sage uplands and basalt rimrock. It is a major resting, nesting, and feeding area on the Pacific Flyway and is on Roger Tory Peterson's list of the ten best birding areas in the U.S. More than 320 species of birds and many species of mammals have been observed on the refuge. We will visit the main birding areas within the refuge, and usually see100-130 species.

May 15 (Friday) 8:00 a.m. - limited to 12 people
Leader Hugh Jennings - The Nisqually NWR offers a diverse combination of habitats and birds. The delta is bounded by rivers on each side with marshes, deciduous woods and wide open areas easily accessed by a 5 mile loop trail.

Come hear fascinating stories of the beautiful dragonflies and damselflies native to the Pacific Northwest. Dragonfly expert, Dennis Paulson, has studied these amazing insects for over 40 years and has an intimate knowledge of local populations and where and when best to observe them. He invites EAS members to learn about these beautiful creatures.

Monthly field trip on the fourth Monday of each month to wherever the good birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at the north end of the Newport Hills P&R (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings 425-746-6351.

This is an evening trip to Monroe to watch thousands of Vaux’s Swifts go thru their evening ritual before dropping in a chimney to roost for the night. Bring a folding chair or blanket if you don’t like to stand for a long time.

The photo group meets monthy to share bird photography, plan bird photography trips and presentation tips on photography topics. The meeting are at the church.
Please bring images to share and ideas for any field trips or tips topics for our monthly meetings.

November 23 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon
Monthly field trip on fourth Monday of each month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings 425-746-6351

December 1 (Tuesday) 7:30 AM to 5 PM - registration required
The Samish and Skagit Flats are always interesting in early December. We will be watching for waterfowl, including Swans. Raptors, including hawks, eagles, falcons and perhaps Short--eared Owls are present.

December 28 (Monday) 9:00 a.m. to noon
Monthly field trip on fourth Monday of each month to wherever the birds are. Meet before 9:00 a.m. at north end of the Newport Hills Park-N-Ride (I-405, exit 9) and plan to be back by noon. Passenger cost/person $2.00. Hugh Jennings 425-746-6351

January 6 (Wednesday) 8 a.m. to noon. This urban park offers a wide assortment of birds and habitats due to its varied ecosystems. The trip will involve walking approximately 2-3 miles. Dress appropriately (rainproof in layers; some of the trails can be muddy if wet). Just inside the main entrance, take the first left into the large parking lot and meet at the northeast end. Co-lead by Sharon Aagaard and Stan Wood. Call Sharon with any questions, 425-891-3460.

The photo group meets monthy to share bird photography, plan bird photography trips and presentation tips on photography topics. The meeting are at the church.
Please bring images to share and ideas for any field trips or tips topics for our monthly meetings.

The photo group meets monthy to share bird photography, plan bird photography trips and presentation tips on photography topics. The meeting are at the church.
Please bring images to share and ideas for any field trips or tips topics for our monthly meetings.